Joshua 19

Joshua 1:9 is a verse from the Hebrew Bible, specifically from the Book of Joshua, which is part of the Nevi'im (Prophets) section of the Tanakh. The verse reads: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." In Hebrew, this verse is written as: "הֲלֹא צִוִּיתִיךָ, חֲזַק וְאֶמָץ; אַל תָּחִיל וְאַל תָּפַח, כִּי עִמָּךְ יְהוָה אֱלֹהֶיךָ, בְּכֹל אֲשֶׁר תֵּלֵךְ". This verse is often interpreted as a divine encouragement to Joshua, who has just been commissioned by God to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land following the death of Moses. The phrase "Be strong and courageous" is repeated several times in the Book of Joshua, emphasizing the importance of bravery and trust in God's presence and support. In Latin, the verse is translated as "Nonne praecepi tibi? Estote fortes et robusti; nolite timere, neque formidare; quia Dominus Deus tuus tecum est ubique quo abieris". In Arabic, it is translated as "ألم آمرك؟ كن قويًا شجاعًا. لا تخف ولا تخاف، لأن الرب إلهك معك حيثما تذهب". The context of Joshua 1:9 is significant as it marks the beginning of Joshua's leadership and the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites to give them the land of Canaan.